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RSA Insurance Group Sustainability Profile

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RSA Insurance Group, commonly known as RSA, is a leading multinational insurance provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1706, RSA has a rich history of innovation and service in the insurance industry, with significant operations across Europe, Canada, and the Middle East. Specialising in general insurance, RSA offers a diverse range of products, including personal and commercial insurance solutions. Their unique approach combines local expertise with global resources, ensuring tailored coverage for clients. Notable achievements include a strong market position as one of the top insurers in the UK, recognised for their commitment to customer service and sustainable practices. With a focus on risk management and claims handling, RSA continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses alike.

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61

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

33

Industry Benchmark

RSA Insurance Group's score of 61 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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RSA Insurance Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, RSA Insurance Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,535,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,002,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 732,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,801,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (approximately 2,313,000 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (about 488,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the total emissions were approximately 3,987,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,051,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 793,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,143,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, RSA Insurance Group has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the reported figures are solely reflective of RSA Insurance Group's own operations. Overall, RSA Insurance Group's emissions profile highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential strategies to address their carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards for climate action.

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Scope 1
3,364,000
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Scope 2
11,243,000
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000,000
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Scope 3
12,738,000
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000,000
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0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is RSA Insurance Group's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. RSA Insurance Group's primary industry is Insurance Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is RSA Insurance Group's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for RSA Insurance Group is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

RSA Insurance Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

RSA Insurance Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 31% last year and decreased by approximately 78% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
83%
Waste Generated in Operations
17%

RSA Insurance Group's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

RSA Insurance Group has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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